Issue - meetings

To provide an update on this year’s Derby Festival.

The Conservators received an update on this year’s Derby Festival.

The following matters were considered:

a)            Derby Festival. The Chair of the Conservators commented on the significant steps to reinvigorate the Derby Festival and expressed appreciation for the clear effort put in by the Jockey Club in rejuvenating and regenerating the Derby Festival for many years to come.

b)            Ladies’ Day. A Member of the Conservators expressed their thanks for a positive experience on the Friday of the Derby Festival. They commented that it would be beneficial to have more ladies’ toilets if possible. These comments were noted by the Vice Chair.

c)            Royal Visit. A Member of the Conservators asked if it would be possible to have more publicity leading up to the Derby Festival regarding the attendance of the King and Queen. The Vice Chair explained that it could not have been announced earlier due to security concerns.

d)            Racing. A Member of the Conservators commented that the positive changes were evident and echoed in the press, and this will be reflected in people coming back next year.

Following consideration, the Conservators unanimously resolved to:

(1)      Note the update on the 2026 Derby from the Epsom Downs Racecourse.